Phenomenal Fitness

Fantastic experience: In Chicago for a week, needed a place with kettlebells. Sean (the owner) was incredibly accommodating and is a really, really great guy.

Fantastic experience: All of the South Loop insiders know this is the place to hit the gym. They have many trainers on staff and will challenge you. I love that they support the Greater South Loop Association and are involved in the community.

Fantastic experience: The real deal. Excellent personal training with experienced, educated and informed trainers. Best direction, attention and insight I've experienced for individualized wellness and training regimen. I highly recommend Phenomenal Fitness for anyone who is looking for a friendly atmosphere to learn how to incorporate overall wellness and training into their life! As a middle-aged former athlete. I am beginning to understand that working out has a completely different meaning and my trainer David is amazing. He is building a foundation of stamina, strength, stability and endurance in every area of my body. With a couple decades of former weight training, I truly had little to no knowledge of how to get into true healthy physical shape and I'm actually excited to strengthen my core and other areas of my body that were hardly addressed through years of "weightlifting". Again, I cannot stress enough how impactful just 7 weeks of training has affected me. Go for it!!

Fantastic experience: I have been working out her for years. If you think you're intimidated by weight training or a personal trainer, this is a great place. All the trainers know their stuff and are down to earth. The owners are very hands on and will know your name day 1. Group training sessions (2-3 people) make it affordable.

Fantastic experience: Thank you Maria for your fabulous fascial stretching service!

Fantastic experience: Hardcore gym but also very friendly and welcoming. And very affordable. Best service ever.

Fantastic experience: This gym is really excellent for a number of reasons. First of all the lighting is great and there are nice big windows so you don’t have that disgusting fluorescent submarine light and dim corners.

Positive experience: Cleaner than other gyms, kinda pricy

Fantastic experience: The staff is always friendly and helpful. They keep the facility clean and organized. They also greet you when you enter as well as when you leave.

Fantastic experience: The staff is always friendly and helpful. They keep the facility clean and organized. They also greet you when you enter as well as when you leave. Machines are always in good shape.

Fantastic experience: I didn't go.... but the views walking by where amazing I'll be walking past everyday just to marvel the wonderful progress

Fantastic experience: My daughter Madison is training to be a professional tennis player and her experience with Sean was Phenomenal!

Fantastic experience: Kara made me feel welcome and a part of the group. I felt like I was working out with my friends. She gave everyone personal attention, it felt like a one on one session rather than a group sesh. I would definitely return. I’d like to point out one important thing. My class was at 7pm and it was dark out already, upon entering the receptionist (who is so sweet and wonderful btw) made sure to tell me that the doors remain locked the whole time! I really appreciate the safety precautions the gym takes. I don’t know if it happens all day that they lock the doors but I appreciate that. Thank you!

Fantastic experience: Sean has taught the best way to good heath and reversing aging trends in my adult life. The experience has changed my life. Brian, Galen, and the entire Phenomenal team are friendly and encouraging.

Fantastic experience: Sean, and his Team, are Excellent In providing Instruction on how to become fit and be the Best you can be. They are motivating, Give positive energy, and patient when necessary. They Listen and explain the the process of your work out. When I complete my workout I feel ready and structured for my day. This work out is Phenomenal!!!!! Dr Elisa Bell

Fantastic experience: Great facility, friendly and extremely helpful staff. Boot camp blaze was a HIT: intense and effective!

Fantastic experience: This place is beyond amazing! From the minute you walk in, you’re greeted with the most warm hello and smile ever (Brian’s a rockstar)! All the trainers are respectable, knowledgeable and supportive especially Kasia! I would recommend this place in a heartbeat.

Fantastic experience: Just returning to gym after years of inactivity and recovery from illness. Trainer (Sean) was patient and worked with me to make this first session challenging and doable. Loved it! Let’s go 2020; winning with Phenomenal Fitness

Fantastic experience: Positive: Communication , Professionalism , Quality Maria is absolutely amazing. She's the true definition of a professional. She's very skilled and detailed to say the least. She provides you with what's needed to become better as far as your strength is concerned. I would highly recommend Phenomenal Fitness esp Maria Armsted! Many Thanks!!!!!!!!!

Fantastic experience: If you're looking to make a significant, positive impact on your health in a supportive environment with lots of dedicated, knowledgable staff and fun, friendly, fellow exercisers, Phenomenal Fitness is your place!!!!! Whether you're a high school/college/professional athlete, a "this is the first time I've exercised since grade school" person or a tried and true Ironman competitor, Sean, Tim, Galen and the rest of the trainers will step up, create a program that suits your goals, teach you the how/why of each movement and adjust the program as your performance changes!!! Travel a lot?? They'll text you a workout you can do on the road! Exercise programs, physical therapy, diet, the Phenomenal Fitness "family" of professionals is there for you. Their passion is helping you be successful in setting and achieving your health goals, one day at a time. If you want to improve your health, maybe make new workout friends and learn some activities that will change your life...check out Phenomenal Fitness!!!! Tell them R. J. sent you!!!!!

Fantastic experience: Phenomenal Fitness is my happy place! I always leave better than I came. Sean takes great care of his patrons and everyone is super nice!

Fantastic experience: The Boot camp instructor was amazing. I didn't like it, but I needed it. I am thinking incorporating this class into my weekly workout routine. Kudos PF!

Fantastic experience: My husband and I joined Phenomenal Fitness approximately 3 years ago as a way to help get us back into shape. The exercises, information, and helpful tips have assisted in increasing our physical strength, endurance, and flexibility. Both of us are pleased with our previous trainer David and our current trainer Galen. The atmosphere at the gym is always encouraging especially when sometimes it seems impossible to complete the the next set of exercises. You might walk in tired or sleepy but you will leave feeling energized and ready for whatever is next!!!!

Fantastic experience: Great place to work out, good location, and convenient hours. Trainer Galen is very qualified and challenging. He focuses on accessing areas which need improvement, works those areas and provides a total body workout which strengthens and improves the entire physique.

Fantastic experience: Sean’s the best, most personally motivating coach ever!

Fantastic experience: Phenomenal Fitness provides a well equipped, welcoming environment for working out. The trainers are knowledgeable and committed to provide great instruction. I've been very pleased with Galen, who makes sure to adapt my program for some issues I have with my shoulder and hip to prevent injury. I greatly appreciate this personalized attention.

Fantastic experience: Just finished my first month of training at Phenomenal Fitness and it has been AWESOME. Brian at the front desk gives a wonderful first impression of the gym and helped me get set up. Jessica, my personal trainer is fun, considerate, flexible with scheduling, and (most importantly) gives me a great workout every time I come in. The general culture of PF is friendly and spirited--everyone is there to improve their health and fitness and I haven't seen any stereotypical 'gym bro' attitudes. 6 stars.

Fantastic experience: The trainers and staff are awesome. I HIghly recommend Phenomenal Fitness!

Fantastic experience: This is a great personal training gym. Sean is the best! I have worked with him for years and continue to enjoy my sessions with him.

Fantastic experience: Phenomenal Fitness has been a shining light in my fitness journey. If you have never met the owner or stopped by to speak with a trainer, do so immediately!

Fantastic experience: I've been training here for over 15 years. This is truly a first class facility. It's a trainer's gym, with a friendly, professional, knowledgable and attentive staff. Your workouts are individualized so that you accomplish your personal fitness goals. Clean, modern environment, positive people all around. Sean and the crew are awesome!

Fantastic experience: The best gym in all of Chicago .. smart and friendly staff .. Sean and Chad are both great!

Fantastic experience: As soon as I walk inside the gym, I immediately get pumped up!!!! Much needed to get through my tough workouts with Galen

Fantastic experience: The trainers at the atmosphere is just wonderful at Phenomenal. The owner Sean does a wonderful job of keeping everything up to date and he knows how to pick the best people!! The spirit is inclusive and motivating!

Fantastic experience: This place is a awesome place to workout. Staff is friendly, welcoming, and helpful. Facilities are up to date and clean. Overall top notch experience.

Fantastic experience: I have been working out at Phenomenal Fitness for over twenty years. My longevity at the gym is due to the quality training, care, and concern that the trainers have. Throughout the years, I have had injuries that required me to workout with care. Each time, Sean and his staff were able to give me the workout experience without causing further harm to my injuries. I highly recommend Phenominal Fitness for anyone at any level who is interested in getting in shape.

Fantastic experience: This is a great cutting edge training gym. Custom programs to meet your needs. And more fun than going to the bar on Friday night .

Fantastic experience: Not your typical gym. These guys are training focused and all the people there are serious about their fitness and getting in shape. Everyone is super friendly and the staff is incredible. I highly recommend.

Fantastic experience: Great place for a trainer supervised workout, get an appointment for a massage or facial tissue stretch. Walk in and talk to them, the staff is friendly and knowledgeable.

Fantastic experience: Phenomenal staff, service and clients! A no judgement gym where results are delivered. The only gym I’ve stuck with for years. It’s my “Cheers”! .

Fantastic experience: This is the very best gym in the Midwest. The trainers are very knowledgeable and highly motivating. The vibe is very positive and the place is always clean. They will keep you healthy and help you reach your goals.

Fantastic experience: Outstanding place for training and workouts. Exceptionally supportive trainers, responsive staff, and friendly environment.

Fantastic experience: I'm not the type that enjoys working out. I was introduced to Galen at Phenomenal, now I'm hooked. He understands my limitations and works with me. He is a stickler about form and targeting areas that need attention. I won't go to anyone else!!

Fantastic experience: Fabulous facility with amazing trainers. Life changing! Thank you Galen Lundin for all that you have done for me!

Fantastic experience: I’ve been training with Galen for almost 4 years now, and believe he is one of the most experienced & committed trainers around. I really enjoy the variety & challenge he puts into our sessions. Galen is focused on helping me achieve my goals and makes every session challenging (& somehow fun). My fitness has increased noticeably and I’ve seen improvements in my ability to complete more core exercises and lift progressively heavier weights & generally push myself harder throughout each session. I find I actually look forward to my workouts. (most days). Importantly: – He ensures that my technique is always correct to avoid any injuries. – He is extremely reliable & punctual – always set up & ready to start training. - He is motivating in and outside the gym to help set a positive mindset to achieve a healthy lifestyle. - He is very down to earth, easy to talk to and ask questions. The gym setting is smaller, compared to traditional gyms, which I find to be much more advantageous. It is very adequate and efficient gym space to get a large variety of exercises in but not feel overwhelmed.

Fantastic experience: Great gym, awesome vibe, with knowledgable, enthusiastic trainers. I highly recommend Phenomenal Fitness in the south loop. There’s no pretense to this small, well equipped workout spot. The owner, Sean Armstead, has established a community full of positive energy that is always bustling but seldom crowded. Sean is one of several personal trainers that provide private and semi-private sessions. I use Galen Lundin. Friends recommended Galen to my wife and after about six month of hearing her talk about his grueling yet fun workouts I signed on too. I was skeptical about beginning a weight training program because of some back and joint issues, but Galen has worked with me to create a routine that provides a great workout with very low impact. Every time we meet he asks how the work we’re doing is making me feel and adjusts the exercises accordingly. I’ve put on 15 pounds of muscle and experience less back and joint pain than I have in 20 years.

Fantastic experience: Phenomenal Fitness is the best personal training facility in Chicago. The owner and cofounder Sean Armstead has assembled a great collection of trainers who are knowledgable, talented, and relatable. Working out in my 40s is not as easy as it was when I was younger, but my trainer Galen consistently provides me with the roadmap to succeed at achieving my goals.

Fantastic experience: I have been a member of Phenomenal Fitness for a couple months now and have already seen/felt results from the tremendous training I have received from Galen. After coming off of an injury, I was hesitant on getting back into a challenging fitness routine as well as utilizing weights. Galen is not only focused and aware of my fitness goals, but also provides acute education on how to maintain an injury free workout by using a variety of tools, which has increased my confidence and ability to complete challenging sessions. Regardless of how busy the gym is, Galen is constantly providing individual instruction to ensure the correct form is being used. His attention to detail and creative workouts make difficult sessions rewarding!

Fantastic experience: I've been a member of Phenomenal Fitness for a few years now so thought it might be a good time to give them the stellar review they deserve. Phenomenal is not your usual over-stuffed chain gym or bare bones box; it's a business that has your goals, your fitness, and your progress in mind. The trainers don't rely on fads; don't try to sell you endless products, but instead rely on tried and true training methods that will have you not just looking better, but more importantly, feeling better. I meet with my trainer, Galen Lundin, once a week and I've never ended a session not feeling like there wasn't any mountain I couldn't climb! Galen is attentive, non-judgemental, and always seems to come up with the right combination of exercises and moves that have me feeling strong rather than depleted. He also tells really horrible jokes that I guarantee will have you groaning and laughing right before you PR that deadlift. The staff overall are wonderful. The facility is clean; street parking is readily available. Come in willing to do the work, and the staff will always have your back. I really can't recommend this place enough!

Fantastic experience: Phantastic experience working out with Galen Lundin at PF. All the trainers are super friendly, and Sean Armstead, co-owner of the gym, somehow knows everyone's name and makes everyone feel welcome. Very non-intimidating atmosphere; no issues with attitude-instead lots of humor and encouragement flying around during a workout. Galen is amazing: he tailors workouts to your goals and interests, and pushes hard enough to get beyond your self-perceived limits. Somehow kettle bells, whomping a huge tire with a hammer, and dragging heavy weights on a sled becomes just a little bit fun, and incredibly satisfying. Real growth, real results, real deal.

Fantastic experience: I've been at Phenomenal almost 3 years and I love it. I've belonged to a number of gyms but never have I consistently visited them like I do at Phenomenal. Like the other reviewers say, this is not your typical gym full of equipment. This place has trainers that work with you to achieve your goals. I'm currently working with David and he is great. He knows my goals and what I want but still throws things at me that I'm not expecting and I need. I fully trust his expertise and knowledge. My workouts are designed for me and my goals/body/needs, they're not the same everyone else. This is a great place if you really want to improve yourself. I highly recommend it!

Fantastic experience: I had the opportunity to be part of a 5-week challenge to transform my body. The result was positive! but it would not have been possible without the help of the gym staff. I trained with two (David and Galen) of more than 10 coaches from Phenomenal Fitness and I can say they are coaches who are very concerned about the customer and their goals. They know all and they share their knowledge with you as a team. The gym is great, the location is great and the staff is phenomenal! I totally recommend PF! Thanks!

Fantastic experience: I rate Phenomenal Fitness 5 stars in terms of service and training experience. I train with Galen. He is a very meticulous professional who develops a program with you to accomplish very specific goals. Then he works very closely with you to ensure that you reach your goals. Galen works with you at a pace that is appropriate to the progress you are making on your plan. He always makes sure that you are using proper form and technique. He even incorporates some yoga into my program. I love the stretching exercises that we do. Not only am I stronger and very fit since I have been training with him, my posture has greatly improved also. That is very important to me. Galen is patient and very courteous. I look forward to each of my training sessions, because I know that I am improving and getting better. It is very important to me that I see progress. With Galen, I am always making progress.